CVE-2013-1260: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2013-1260: Race condition in win32k.sys in the kernel-mode drivers in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and SP3, Windows Server...

Race condition in win32k.sys in the kernel-mode drivers in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and SP3, Windows Server 2003 SP2, Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2, R2, and R2 SP1, and Windows 7 Gold and SP1 allows local users to gain privileges, and consequently read the contents of arbitrary kernel memory locations, via a crafted application, a different vulnerability than other CVEs listed in MS13-016.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 6, 2024, 14:57 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is an old Microsoft Windows kernel bug that could let someone already able to run code on an affected machine gain higher privileges. Business risk is mainly tied to legacy Windows systems that still exist in production, labs, or isolated networks. Exposure is most likely on legacy Microsoft Windows XP, Server 2003, Vista, Server 2008, and Windows 7 systems listed in the CVE description, especially where local users or software can execute applications. Prioritize remediation where affected legacy Windows systems support business operations or sensitive data. This is not presented as internet-exploitable, but local privilege escalation can turn a foothold into system-level compromise. Mitigation focus: Apply Microsoft MS13-016 security updates where applicable.; Retire or isolate unsupported affected Windows versions.; Limit local interactive access on legacy systems..

Prepared: Jun 24, 2026, 11:46 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Vulnerability profileCVE Program record

Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Feb 13, 2013, 11:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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CNA and ADP enrichment extracted from CVE v5

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oval:org.mitre.oval:def:16301CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
MS13-016CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_MS

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